Q . Dynasties Established in Early Eighth Century AD
Consider the following dynasties:
1. Hoysala
2. Gahadavala
3. Kakatiya
4. Yadava
How many of the above dynasties established their kingdoms in early eighth century AD?
1. Hoysala
2. Gahadavala
3. Kakatiya
4. Yadava
How many of the above dynasties established their kingdoms in early eighth century AD?
a)
Only one
b)
Only two
c)
Only three
d)
None
Answer:
d
Q . Correctly Matched Kings and Dynasties
Consider the following pairs:
1. King – Dynasty
1. Nannuka – Chandela
2. Jayashakti – Paramara
3. Nagabhata II – Gurjara-Pratihara
4. Bhoja – Rashtrakuta
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
1. King – Dynasty
1. Nannuka – Chandela
2. Jayashakti – Paramara
3. Nagabhata II – Gurjara-Pratihara
4. Bhoja – Rashtrakuta
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only two pairs
c)
Only three pairs
d)
All four pairs
Answer:
b
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
From the decline of Guptas until the rise of Harshvardhan in the early seventh century, which of the following kingdoms were holding power in Northern India?
1. The Guptas of Magadha
2. The Paramaras of Malwa
3. The Pushyabhutis of Thanesar
4. The Maukharis of Kanauj
5. The Yadavas of Devagiri
6. The Maitrakas of Valabhi
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1. The Guptas of Magadha
2. The Paramaras of Malwa
3. The Pushyabhutis of Thanesar
4. The Maukharis of Kanauj
5. The Yadavas of Devagiri
6. The Maitrakas of Valabhi
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a)
1, 2 and 5
b)
1, 3, 4 and 6
c)
2, 3 and 4
d)
5 and 6
Answer:
b
- Along with this breakdown Imperial Guptas, Magadha and its capital Patliputra also lost their importance. Therefore, Post Gupta Period was very turbulent in nature.
- Five major powers immersed in north India after the fall of the Guptas. These powers were: The Hunas, The Maukharis, The Maitrakas, The Pushyabhutis, and Later guptas.
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
Consider the following events in the history of India:
1. Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja
2. Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman – I
3. Establishment of Chola power by Parantaka – I
4. Pala dynasty founded by Gopala
What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest time?
1. Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja
2. Establishment of Pallava power under Mahendravarman – I
3. Establishment of Chola power by Parantaka – I
4. Pala dynasty founded by Gopala
What is the correct chronological order of the above events, starting from the earliest time?
a)
2 - 1 - 4 – 3
b)
3 - 1 - 4 - 2
c)
2 - 4 - 1 - 3
d)
3 - 4 - 1 - 2
Answer:
c
- The Pratihara Empire reached its peak of prosperity and power under Bhoja (836-885 CE) and his successor Mahendrapala I.
- Mahendravarman I who reigned from 600 to 630 CE contributed to the greatness of the Pallava dynasty.
- Parantaka Chola I (907–955 CE) ruled the Chola kingdom in Tamil Nadu for forty-eight years, annexing Pandya.
- Gopala (reigned 750–770 CE) founded the Pala Dynasty of Bengal region of the India.
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
Who among the following were famous jurists of medieval India?
1. I. Vijnanesvara
2. II. Hemadri
3. III. Rajasekhara
4. IV. Jimutavahana
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:
1. I. Vijnanesvara
2. II. Hemadri
3. III. Rajasekhara
4. IV. Jimutavahana
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:
a)
I, II and III
b)
II, III and IV
c)
I, II and IV
d)
I and IV
Answer:
c
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
A lot of details, regarding the village administration under the Cholas is provided by the Inscriptions at Commissioners?
a)
Thanjavur
b)
Uraiyur
c)
Kanchipuram
d)
Uttaramerur
Answer:
d
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
Which one of the following was the name of salt tax in ancient India under the administration of Cholas?
a)
Bhaga
b)
Uppayam
c)
Valiayam
d)
Hiranya
Answer:
b
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
Which of the following statements is correct?
a)
The village was the basic unit of Chola administration.
b)
The Chola kingdom was on the decline in the 9th century.
c)
Amoghavarsha is the best remembered of the Chola kings.
d)
None of the above
Answer:
a
- Whole empire was divided into 9 provinces (Mandalam)
- Mandalam was further divided into Nadu which was divided into small villages Ur.
- Villages called Ur was the basic unit of Chola administration.
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
‘Ghuzak’ is the name of a place where
a)
Jayapala met his enemy Sabuktigin
b)
Mahmud crushed defeat on Jayapala
c)
Jayapala burnt himself on a funeral pyre since he was unable to survive the disgrace caused by his defeat at the hands of Mahmud
d)
None of the above
Answer:
a
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
The purpose of Mohammad Ghazni’s attack on India was
a)
To plunder the wealth of India
b)
To spread Islam in India
c)
To rule over the territories of India
d)
None of these
Answer:
a
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
Which dynasty was well known for excellent village administration?
a)
Pandyas
b)
Pallavas
c)
Cholas
d)
Chalukyas
Answer:
c
Q . Pre - Delhi Sultanate
“Bijanti” government is compared to the Chola’s for
a)
Rural democracy
b)
Administrative system
c)
Land revenue collection system
d)
Display of wealth
Answer:
d